B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) is a 3-year undergraduate program that trains students in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases through laboratory tests. The course focuses on collecting, examining, and analyzing body fluids, tissues, and blood samples to detect infections and medical conditions.

Students learn the operation of advanced diagnostic equipment, quality control, sample handling, and reporting techniques. The course includes theory classes, laboratory practicals, and hospital internships.

B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) – Curriculum Overview

📅 Year 1: Foundation & Basics

• Human Anatomy & Physiology

• Biochemistry – I

• Basic Microbiology

• Hematology – I

• Pathology – I (General Pathology)

• Introduction to Medical Lab Practices

• Communication & Bioethics

🔬 Practical:

• Blood sample collection techniques

• Basic biochemical tests

• Microscope handling

• Hemoglobin & blood cell count tests

📅 Year 2: Intermediate Concepts

• Clinical Biochemistry – II

• Hematology – II

• Clinical Microbiology – I (Bacteriology)

• Immunology & Serology

• Parasitology & Mycology

• Clinical Pathology & Cytology

🔬 Practical:

• Blood grouping & cross-matching

• Culture techniques

• Detection of parasites & fungal organisms

• Biochemical analysis of urine/blood

📅 Year 3: Advanced Techniques + Internship

• Clinical Biochemistry – III

• Advanced Hematology & Blood Banking

• Clinical Microbiology – II (Virology & Advanced Diagnostics)

• Histopathology & Cytogenetics

• Lab Management & Quality Control

• Medical Ethics & Legal Aspects

• Internship / Project Work

🔬 Internship Focus:

• Real hospital/lab training

• Operating automated diagnostic equipment

• Working in departments like:

  • Hematology

  • Biochemistry

  • Microbiology

  • Histopathology

  • Blood Bank

B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology – Job Potential

🔹 🏥 Government & Private Sector Jobs:

• Medical Laboratory Technician / Technologist (Hospitals, clinics, diagnostic labs)

• Lab Supervisor / Lab In-charge

• Blood Bank Technician (Red Cross, Government Blood Banks)

• Pathology Technician

• Microbiology/Virology Lab Assistant

• Pharmaceutical Lab Assistant

• Forensic Lab Technician (with specialization)

🔹 🧬 Diagnostic & Research Labs:

• Private Pathology Labs (e.g., Dr. Lal Path Labs, Thyrocare, SRL)

• Government Diagnostic Labs

• ICMR / CSIR / AIIMS Research Labs

• Food & Drug Testing Laboratories

🔹 🧑‍💻 Medical IT & Equipment Companies:

• Application Specialist (Lab Equipment Companies)

• Technical Support Officer for diagnostic machines

• Medical Equipment Sales Executive (e.g., Roche, Siemens)

🔹 💼 Self-Employment Opportunities:

• Open your own diagnostic/pathology lab (after experience + license)

• Home sample collection service provider

• Freelance blood collection or lab support for doctors

🔹 📚 Higher Studies & Certification Options:

• M.Sc. MLT (with specialization in Hematology, Clinical Biochemistry, etc.)

• PG Diploma in Clinical Pathology / Microbiology

• Certificate Courses in Blood Bank, Histopathology, etc.

• MBA in Healthcare / Hospital Management

🔹 💰 Salary Range (Freshers):

• ₹15,000 – ₹25,000/month (Private Labs)

• ₹30,000+ (Govt. Jobs or Hospitals with experience)